GEOCULTURAL CHARACTERISTICS OF ETHNIC INTERACTION IN CENTRAL REGIONS OF STAVROPOL KRAI

Abstract

Aim. The purpose is to identify the geocultural features of ethnic interaction in the central regions of the Stavropol Krai. Methodology. The identification of the current ethno-cultural situation in the region is carried out on the basis of a set of sociological and statistical methods. Sociological research is conducted in view of the need to supplement and confirm the reliability of the available statistical data. Results. The paper considers the geocultural aspects of ethnic interaction in the central regions of the Stavropol Krai. In connection with the transitional, unstable state of the ethno-cultural communities of the region, we have identified, described and analyzed the problems of reproduction of traditional elements of culture, ethno-cultural interaction and, in general, modern geocultural processes in the central regions of the Stavropol Krai. Research implications. The results of this work contribute to the development of regional cultural and geographical studies of interethnic interaction, and can be used to optimize regional policy on the organization of monitoring of ethno-cultural processes, the preservation and reproduction of the unique cultural and natural heritage of the region.